Carlos Boozer

This has been quite the week. And this will be quite the lengthy mailbag. You’re welcome.

What’s your take on the mutiny? — Dubo, north suburbs

Calling it a mutiny is a little strong. As reported by multiple outlets, two or three players raised the possibility of getting the whole team not to show up for practice. Even in the initial group text exchange, which didn’t include the whole team, not everyone was on board. That said, it’s still a spectacular story, complete with contact with the players association. And it’s clear the relationship between Jim Boylen and his players will be one to monitor for the rest of the season. Just know this: Boylen is not...

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TV/radio: 9:30 p.m. Thursday; CSN, TNT, WMVP-AM 1000.
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